How long does cardiac surgery usually take in the ICU?

Heart surgery requires 2-7 days in ICU.

Cardiac surgery includes pacemaker implantation, coronary artery bypass grafting, etc., due to greater damage to the body, postoperative observation in ICU for a period of time. If the patient's vital signs are stable, observation in ICU for about 2 days can be transferred to the general ward. However, if the blood pressure, pulse and other indicators fluctuate greatly, observation in ICU for about 7 days is required.

Patients should pay attention to strengthening the surgical site hygiene care after surgery to reduce the risk of infection. In addition, high protein food intake can be appropriately increased to promote physical recovery.